Horizons Therapy

Hypnotherapy in Scarborough

Welcome to Horizons Therapy

Hello! I'm Dan.

I am a hypnotherapist, Neuro-Linguistic Programming practitioner and counsellor.

The first thing to really stop and take a moment to appreciate and understand, is that the fact you are here means that you have already begun a process of change. Whatever the nature of that change, if you are committed to improving your life, and are willing to work at it, I can help you.

How do I get the results I do?

Unlike a lot of therapists, I don’t just use one approach. I use three main approaches; hypnotherapy, NLP and traditional counselling. What I’ve outlined below should give you a general overview, but I do offer a free, no obligation initial consultation where we can talk in more depth and address any questions you might have. As I say, it’s entirely free so please do get in touch and find out if it’s right for you.

An overview of my therapies

What is Hypnotherapy?

Before I give you the answer to that, I’d like to start with what it’s not – stage hypnotism! At no point will you be out of control. Some clients say that they find themselves experiencing a different, dreamlike state, others that they are fully aware of everything that's being said throughout. There’s no ‘right’ response, just a willingness to go with it.

Think about the reason you’re here. Is it because the problem you are experiencing was inevitable; forced upon you? Or is it that there is some very strong programming going on? For example, did you start smoking because you sought the approval of fellow youngsters, wanted to be more 'adult' and wonder why you feel more confident whenever you smoke now or more anxious if you've gone a while without? Do you drink or eat to excess because you really like it or to control your mood because you aren't comfortable in the here and now? Are you anxious because that's just the way you are, or because something deep inside is telling you you aren't safe, even when you know you are? The list could go on...

As powerful as the programming is though, it can be changed! It’s all stored in your subconscious – the part of your mind that you can only recall experiencing in dreams or when you are very, very relaxed. So, to alter the programming, we have get you deeply relaxed to access your subconscious and make alternative suggestions to change the behaviour / feeling you wish to deal with. That’s it really... Yes, there are a lot of techniques involved that have taken extensive training and experience to master, but all you need to be concerned with is going with it and getting really nicely relaxed.

Certain treatments, like stopping smoking, are usually one-off sessions, but for weight loss, anxiety, stress, depression, etc, you should be prepared for it being a minimum of three appointments, with the total number dependent mutual review. It is crucial to understand that Hypnotherapy is a therapy and not a magic wand, so I have to make you fully aware that your work, commitment and passion for change in your life will be vital to ensuring success.

Some less experienced hypnotherapists simply patch the problem, they work on the symptom, instead of the underlying issue. I work on both. Think of your symptom as being like a weed and the underlying issue, usually connected to damaged self-esteem as a result of negative past experiences, as the root of the weed. If we only chop the symptom off, but don’t work on the underlying issue, what could happen? You’ve got it – it is highly likely to recur! Would that be effective, or even ethical therapy? Not at all.

What is Neuro-Linguistic Programming?

In my opinion, hugely exciting! The capability of the techniques I use to achieve rapid results is not only evidenced in my own practice, but in those of practitioners the world over. As the term implies it uses language and the neurology of the brain (the way the wiring works) together with strong visualisation techniques to re-wire you! I am directly licensed by the world renowned Dr Richard Bandler, who developed the theory and techniques I use on a daily basis.

Think about having the ability to significantly reduce or eliminate pain in minutes; the ability to take a past trauma and put it somewhere else in your mind so that it doesn’t have the effect it’s having on you; the ability to pet a spider if you’d had a life-long phobia of them; the ability to make something you crave but is bad for you, disgusting; the ability to generate confidence, calm or indeed any feeling at will.

By using NLP alongside hypnotherapy, I can offer you a combination of powerful techniques not used by the majority of other hypnotherapists.

What is traditional counselling?

Typically we are referring to what is known as Person Centred Therapy. It’s a process that provides clients with a safe, non-judgemental and empathetic environment to explore the problems they have and work through them.

I like to use these counselling techniques to really get to the root of a client’s problem – the weed analogy again! In this way we can be sure we are applying hypnotherapy and NLP in most effective and expedient way for you.

What problems can I work with?

Well, the answer to that would be a very long list! Typically though, clients usually approach me for help with the following:

Stopping Smoking

Weight Loss

Anxiety

Eating Disorders

Depression

Stress

Grief

Pain Management

Sexual Issues

Overcoming Trauma

Low Self-Esteem

Building Confidence

Building Healthy Relationships

Relaxation

This list really is the tip of the iceberg, so if you don’t see the issue you are seeking help with, please get in touch for a chat. You’ll always find me friendly and understanding.

Testimonials

I had shoulder pain for three years and in that time have been constantly swallowing painkillers. You used a technique that worked like magic! Still pain-free four weeks later. Thank you! S.S.

Dan has a wonderful therapy style. I feel at ease in his presence from start to finish. Highly recommend!!! L.B.

Using NLP he took negative memories from my past and to my absolute astonishment, I had to keep searching my mind to check but the situation surrounding them is so vague, it’s like they never even happened. S.C

Excellent therapy service! Definitely recommend. K.T.

I had been smoking, on and off, for 20 years. I’d had hypnosis before with slight results but always gone back. Dan performed both hypnosis and NLP on me and I can happily say I have not had a cigarette for 17 days. Something that astounded me, I’ve saved £153 in 2 and a half weeks!! Thank you Dan!! C.L.

Thank you Dan, I am truly grateful to be guided to have a couple of sessions with you. The shift and change I have experienced is tremendous! I like your approach, would recommend you to anyone. N.B.

Thank you so much! I actually slept this avo. No idea how you did that in less than half an hour. V.B. (Severe toothache).